Register for Day Camp Christmas Tree

Traditional camp is about exploration and discovery. Campers will explore by hiking, studying the wonder of nature, building connections through teamwork, and conquering many challenges under the leadership of well-trained staff. It exposes participants to various activities, including archery, fort building, tie-dye, gaga ball, swimming, nature studies, paddling, arts and crafts, cookouts, group games, and more. Campers will participate in some, but not all, of these activities, depending on their age and camp locations. Each camper will leave camp with a wide range of memories and experiences!
 

Grades 1–6 | $309 ($339 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 17–21

• June 24–28

• July 1–3 | $185 ($203 non-member)

• July 8–12

• July 15–19

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 12–16

• Aug 19-23

The Wee Backpacker program aims to continue fostering a love and appreciation for the outdoors. Campers sing songs, tell stories, and play games while beginning to experience the variety of activities camp has to offer. Wee Backpackers maintains a low staff-to-child ratio.
 

Grade K | $329 ($359 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 17–21

• June 24–28

• July 1–3 | $197 ($215 non-member)

• July 8–12

• July 15–19

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 12–16

• Aug 19-23

Summer Extravaganza is the last chance to enjoy the great outdoors at camp before summer ends! All available activities are jam-packed into a single session.
 

Grades 1–8 | $339 ($359 non-member)

• Aug 26–30

Kids free their imaginations and develop improvisational skills! Participants explore the theater world through games, acting exercises, script rehearsals, and even performing for an audience.
 

Grades 4–6 | $359 ($389 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 17–21

• July 22–26

• Aug 5–9

Participants in this specialty camp will have our youngest campers saying "howdy" with big grins. They'll spend a part of each day at the horse stables and say "giddy-up" for a pony ride, a hayride, and campfire sing-a-longs in the great outdoors!
 

Grades 1–3 | $379 ($409 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 17–21

• June 24–28

• July 1–3 | $227 ($245 non-member)

• July 8–12

• July 15–19

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 12–16

• Aug 19-23

Colts is an approximately two-hour-per-day introductory program for campers with little or no experience around horses. First-time riders will build confidence and skills while learning the basics of western horseback riding. Instruction includes safety, leading, mounting, dismounting, reining, and basic riding. Kids spend the remainder of the day in traditional camp activities.
 

Grades 3–6 | $499 ($529 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 17–21

• June 24–28

• July 1–3 | $299 ($317 non-member)

• July 8–12

• July 15–19

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 12–16

• Aug 19-23

Buckaroos is an intermediate program for campers with at least one year of riding experience. Approximately two hours of daily instruction includes a basic skill review, intermediate ring riding, trotting, grooming, and saddling. The remainder of the day is spent in traditional camp activities.
 

Grades 4–7 | $499 ($529 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 17–21

• June 24–28

• July 1–3 | $299 ($317 non-member)

• July 8–12

• July 15–19

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 12–16

• Aug 19-23

In Circle Y Camp, experienced riders spend ten hours per week in advanced riding instruction, including mounting, trotting, and ring work. Riders also learn about proper horse care, such as feeding, grooming, and saddling.
 

Grades 6–9 | $869 ($899 non-member)

• June 10–21

• June 24–July 3* | $782 ($809 non-member)

• July 8–19

• July 22–Aug 2

• Aug 5–16

*No program July 4–5.

Participants become “Eco-Explorers” as they investigate the natural surroundings at camp. We will take nature treks to explore our camp environment and search for signs of local wildlife. Activities include bug safaris, nature hunts, and more!
 

Grades 4–6 | $399 ($429 non-member)

• July 15–19

• Aug 5–9

Participants discover the finer points of preparing for a big outdoor adventure while learning various practical camping skills, including building a fire, making camp shelters, knot tying, campfire cooking, and more!
 

Grades 1–3 | $359 ($389 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 24–28

• July 8–12

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 12–16

Grades 4–6 | $359 ($389 non-member)

• June 24–28

• July 8–12

• Aug 12–16

Participants will spend the week engaged in hands-on, interactive projects. There will be lots of learning, using their imaginations, and exploring the indoors and outdoors at camp!
 

Grades 4–6 | $359 ($389 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 17–21

• July 1–3 | $215 ($233 non-member)

• July 8–12

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 12–16

Participants learn the fundamentals of archery, examine equipment close-up, and learn the science behind target shooting. Instructors teach proper grip, stance, and aim alignment. YMCA of the North provides equipment.
 

Grades 1–3 | $359 ($389 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 24–28

• July 1–3 | $215 ($233 non-member)

• July 15–19

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 12–16

Grades 4–6 | $359 ($389 non-member)

• June 17–21

• July 8–12

• July 22–26

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 19-23

Learn about basic climbing, belay techniques, knot tying, and safety. Challenge participants to test their strengths, strategy, and skill on our ropes courses.
 

Grades 4–6 | $399 ($429 non-member)

• June 17–21

• June 24–28

• July 1–3 | $239 ($257 non-member)

• July 8–12

• July 15–19

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 12–16

Participants spend the whole week enjoying an incredible array of water activities, including boating, canoeing, kayaking, or swimming, along with other fun water games and adventures.
 

Grades 4–6 | $359 ($389 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 24–28

• July 8–12

• July 15–19

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 19-23

Kids get hooked on fishing as they learn basic fishing skills. Local lakes and rivers provide the scene for fishing fun using the catch-and-release method. Campers can bring their pole and tackle or use equipment provided by YMCA of the North.
 

Grades 4–6 | $399 ($429 non-member)

• June 10–14

• June 17–21

• June 24–28

• July 1–3 | $239 ($257 non-member)

• July 8–12

• July 15–19

• July 22–26

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 12–16

• Aug 19-23

• Aug 26-30

Each day young sailors learn the basics of sailing and safety with YMCA instructors. Participants will be taught techniques and terminology for operating our fleet of sailboats as they practice their skills.
 

Grades 4–6 | $399 ($429 non-member)

The sailing camp will take daily field trips to Wayzata Community Sailing Center.

• June 10–14

• July 29–Aug 2

• Aug 12–16

Teen Quest is an exciting day camp program geared toward teens that want real outdoor fun! As a group quest, you will decide and plan out some of the camp activities and events throughout the week. This program develops valuable life skills such as open communication, team building, cooperation, and conflict resolution.
 

Grades 7–9 | $359 ($389 non-member)

Teen Quest campers will have a climbing experience at YMCA Camp Ihduhapi on Friday.

• June 17–21

• July 1–3 | $215 ($233 non-member)

• July 15–19

• Aug 5–9

• Aug 12–16

Discover your leadership qualities by learning to lead campers in activities and assist in planning the week for your group! The second week allows you to put those new skills to the test while you shadow a counselor and assist staff in camp activities.
 

Grades 7–9 | $499 ($529 non-member)

Experience camp from a new perspective, including doing an overnight sleepover at camp (on the second Monday of their LIT session) and a field trip to Camp Ihduhapi.

• June 10–21

• June 24–July 3 | $422 ($449 non-member)

• July 8–19

• July 22–Aug 2

• Aug 5–16

• Aug 19–30

Do you love working with kids in an outdoor camp setting? Here's your chance to take a leadership role! Junior Counselors are assigned to a group and assist Counselors in leading and carrying out various Day Camp programs.

Ages 14–15

Previous experience in a LIT program or leadership experience working with children is preferred. Candidates will be selected through an application and interview process while gaining career readiness experience.

Contact Max Ostenso for more information: maxwell.ostenso@ymcamn.org or 763-230-6549.

A day camp lead staff member will reach out for an interview around mid-March to talk over details and information about the program. We ask for a minimum of a 3-week commitment. Hope to see you this summer!